Fort Bend County
Library
LibraryClerkII-Circulation
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“Library Clerk II - Circulation at Fort Bend County. Skills: Circulation, Patron assistance, Library materials. Serve as first point of service for patrons. Assist with training and supervision of clerks”
Industry & Context.
problem-solve
May encounter irate patrons, handle emergency situations, Loads/unloads bins of library materials weighing up to 25 lbs, evening and weekend hours
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High School Diploma/GED, Two years job related experience, computer proficient with Internet, email and Microsoft Office products, Communication skills and the ability to work well with a diverse public and staff, Ability to learn library software applications and shelving classifications, Ability to interpret policy and problem-solve, and work with frequent interruptions, Position requires evening and weekend hours
Nice to Have
Some college preferred
What You'll Do.
Serve as first point of service for patrons
Assist with training and supervision of clerks
Charge/discharge library materials
Input and maintain patron data
Assist patrons paying fines
Reroute circulation materials
Load/unload bins of library materials
Receive/check-in new periodicals
Weed older or damaged materials
Attend and participate in staff meetings
Process mail for the library
Perform database maintenance
Participate in emergency management duties
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Assist with training and supervision of part-time library clerks; Serves as In-Charge staff in absence of Clerk III; Work well with a diverse public and staff
Communication Scope
Communication skills
Full Job Description
**Current Fort Bend County Employees (excluding election workers):** Please click [_here_](https://wd5.myworkday.com/fortbendcountytx/d/task/2998$42366.htmld#backheader=true) to apply through the internal Workday Jobs Hub. If you cannot access the Jobs Hub, please contact Human Resources. Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here! Library Clerk II * Serves as first point of service for patrons entering the building or calling the library for assistance, referring to other departments as necessary. May encounter irate patrons or handle emergency situations. * Assists with training and supervision of part-time library clerks. Serves as In-Charge staff in absence of Clerk III. * Charges/Discharges library materials using an integrated library system, including Interlibrary loans, patron holds and Partnership library reserves. * Routinely uses software applications, shelving classifications, internet, email, spreadsheets to complete daily tasks, utilizes Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), converts collections on-the-fly as necessary. * Inputs and maintains patron data in automated circulation system. Maintains patron records. Issues library cards. Follows Patron Confidentiality Policy. * Assists patrons paying for overdue fines and/or lost materials-handles cash, cash register, credit cards and equipment. Counts, reconciles and balances accounts, prepares daily deposits and monthly reports. * Reroutes circulation materials to other branches. Routinely loads/unloads bins of library materials weighing up to 25 lbs. Receives, sorts and processes new, existing and/or donated delivery items.
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